Lead critical Defence operations while advancing your leadership career.

Your new companyHays is partnering with a leading national provider of integrated support services to recruit an experienced Site Manager for a major Defence environment in Townsville. Operating within a complex, multi-service setting, our client is recognised for delivering essential services that support critical operations across Australia.
Your new roleAs Site Manager, you will lead the day-to-day operations of a large and diverse site, overseeing services including hospitality, accommodation, cleaning, transport and facilities management. As the senior on-site leader, you will be responsible for driving operational performance, maintaining strong stakeholder relationships and ensuring services are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with contractual requirements.
Key responsibilities include:

- Leading and developing multidisciplinary operational teams
- Managing service delivery across multiple streams
- Building robust relationships with key client stakeholders
- Monitoring budgets, reporting and performance against KPIs
- Driving safety, compliance and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensuring adherence to site security protocols and regulatory requirements

What you'll need to succeedTo be successful, you will be an accomplished operational leader with experience managing complex service-based environments.
You will demonstrate:

- Proven experience in operations, site,



facilities or hospitality management
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead diverse teams
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship management capabilities
- Sound commercial and financial acumen, including budget management experience
- A proactive and solutions-focused approach
- Experience within Defence, mining, resources, remote operations or large-scale service environments will be highly regarded
- Australian Citizenship
- The ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearances and police checks

What you'll get in returnThis is an opportunity to lead a significant operation within a well-established organisation that values safety, accountability and service excellence.
In return, you will receive:

- A senior leadership opportunity at a strategically important site
- Ongoing professional development and leadership training
- Long-term career progression opportunities within a national organisation
- A collaborative and supportive workplace culture
- The opportunity to make a genuine impact on operational performance and service delivery

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to [email protected], or call Stacey Fear now on 07 4417 1139.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.#3021049

📌 Site Manager (Townsville)
🏢 Hays
📍 Townsville